Assistant Accountant (Temporary to Permanent)Aylesbury, Hybrid | Full-Time | Temp to Perm£30,000 - £35,000 per annum (depending on experience)We're working with a successful and growing business in Aylesbury to recruit a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Accountant. This is a temporary-to-permanent opportunity, ideally suited to someone who is immediately available or on short notice (1 week or less).About the RoleReporting to the Financial Controller, the Assistant Accountant will support the finance function across a wide range of transactional and reporting tasks. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to take ownership in a varied and fast-paced finance role, with real potential for long-term development.Key Responsibilities:Core Finance Duties* Process sales and purchase invoices accurately and promptly* Handle staff expenses and petty cash in line with company policies* Reconcile bank accounts and support weekly payment runs* Monitor aged debtors and support credit control activities* Keep PO and invoicing systems updated and accurateBookkeeping & System Management* Maintain accurate records across sales, purchase, and nominal ledgers* Ensure all transactions are correctly entered into the accounting systemReporting & Audit Support* Prepare and update financial reports (e.g. aged debtors, unbilled revenue)* Assist with monthly reporting and year-end audit preparationAdmin & Team Collaboration* Respond to internal finance-related queries* Support continuous improvement efforts across finance processes* Carry out general financial administration and document managementThe Ideal Candidate:* Prior experience in a similar assistant accountant or finance support role* Strong attention to detail and organisational skills* Confident using Excel and accounting software (e.g. Sage, Xero, etc.)* Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach* Available to start immediately or within 1 weekOffer & Key Details:* Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum (DOE)* Location: Aylesbury - Hybrid working * Hours: Full-time* Contract: Temporary to Permanent* Start Date: ASAPAGY - Vitae Financial RecruitmentWe Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration
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Vitae Financial Recruitment Limited
Posted 14 days ago, valid for 6 days
Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire HP17 8YJ, England
£30,000 - £35,000 per annum
Full Time
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- The Assistant Accountant position in Aylesbury is a temporary-to-permanent role offering a salary between £30,000 and £35,000 per annum, depending on experience.
- The ideal candidate should have prior experience in a similar finance support role and be available to start immediately or within one week.
- Key responsibilities include processing invoices, handling staff expenses, reconciling bank accounts, and preparing financial reports.
- Strong attention to detail, proficiency in Excel and accounting software, and excellent communication skills are essential for this role.
- This full-time position allows for hybrid working and presents an opportunity for long-term development within a growing business.
